June Dining with Viya: Where to Eat, Drink and Watch Live Sport in Abu Dhabi
June in Abu Dhabi brings long evenings, golden light and a full calendar of dining experiences across Viya’s restaurant venues. Whether you’re planning a leisurely Saturday brunch, a weekday business lunch, an Abu Dhabi happy hour or a live sport screening, there’s a table waiting.
Here’s everything happening at Viya’s Abu Dhabi dining venues in June 2026.
Hawksbill Restaurant - Saadiyat Beach Golf Club
Set within the natural surroundings of Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, Hawksbill is a scenic dining destination known for its expansive terrace, relaxed atmosphere and views of roaming Arabian gazelles. Starting this June, guests can also enjoy three rotating menus refreshed every ten days, bringing fresh seasonal dishes alongside popular favourites.
Sunday Roast
Every Sunday | 12pm – 7pm
For those searching for a traditional Sunday roast in Abu Dhabi, Hawksbill serves generous roast cuts in a giant Yorkshire pudding with all the classic accompaniments. Gather family and friends and settle in for a leisurely Sunday lunch on Saadiyat Island.
Business Lunch
Monday to Thursday | 12pm – 3pm
Hawksbill’s weekday Business Lunch offers a Mediterranean-inspired set menu with two or three courses with fresh juice, coffee and soft drinks included. A considered midday break with a view to match. From AED 109 per person.
Villa Sélène - Yas Links Abu Dhabi
Overlooking the Arabian Gulf at Yas Links Abu Dhabi, Villa Sélène is a European restaurant combining elegant interiors, waterfront views and a vibrant social atmosphere – a genuine standout on Yas Island’s dining scene.
Côte d’Azur Brunch
Every Saturday | 12:30pm – 4pm
Villa Sélène’s Côte d’Azur Brunch brings a French Riviera-inspired dining experience to Saturday afternoons in Abu Dhabi – an à la carte menu of Mediterranean favourites, free-flowing beverages and sweeping waterfront views. An invitation to slow down and savour the afternoon, one course at a time.
Golden Hours
Monday to Thursday | 4pm – 7pm
Golden Hours at Villa Sélène is Yas Island’s answer to happy hour – selected beverages from AED 25 alongside 50% off petit plats, served in an elegant, attentive setting. Whether you’re meeting with friends after work or settling in for an early evening bite, it’s the perfect way to ease into night.
Crafty Fox - Yas Links Abu Dhabi
With live sport on the big screens, a lively crowd and a menu recently recognised with a Highly Commended award for Best Pub Food at the 2026 Time Out Abu Dhabi Restaurant Awards, Crafty Fox is one of Yas Island’s most popular spots for casual dining and match-day gatherings.
Taco Tuesday
Every Tuesday | 4pm – 10pm
One of Yas Island’s most popular midweek dining deals. Taco Tuesday at Crafty Fox includes three tacos and a selected drink for AED 80, or dining for two for AED 149. A casual, value-driven evening out.
Tapas and Wine
Every Friday | 4pm – 8pm
The ideal way to start a Friday evening on Yas Island - unlimited tapas plus two glasses of house wine for AED 150 in Abu Dhabi’s favourite pub, with the golf course as a backdrop.
Live World Cup Screenings
11th June – 19th July
Six weeks of the world’s biggest football tournament, live on the big screens at Crafty Fox, Match-day food, extended happy hours and the best atmosphere on Yas Island.
Fans can also take part in Viya’s tournament-wide rewards campaign. Spend AED 200 or more at participating screening venues, collect five stamps, and enter for the chance to win two tickets to New York. Pick up the limited-edition football newspaper on arrival for fixtures, features and scratch-and-win prizes.
Don't forget to follow Viya Matchday on Instagram for your chance to win exciting daily prizes and stay up to date with all the latest tournament action.
Roots Bar & Kitchen - Yas Acres Golf & Country Club
With floor-to-ceiling course views and a menu of fresh, seasonal cooking, Roots Bar & Kitchen at Yas Acres Golf & Country Club is a relaxed, contemporary all-day dining restaurant equally suited to a post-round lunch or a family dinner in Abu Dhabi.
Family Dining with Complimentary Little Acres Kids Club Access
Monday to Friday | 12pm – 7pm
A family-friendly dining offer in Abu Dhabi. Spend AED 300 or more at Roots Bar & Kitchen and receive complimentary access for up to two children at Little Acres Kids Club - so parents can enjoy a relaxed restaurant meal while the little ones stay entertained. Playtime runs for the duration of the meal, up to a maximum of two hours.
BBQ Grill & Chill
Every Friday | From 7pm
Live grilling, fresh flavours and open-air dining at Yas Acres - one of the best BBQ dining experiences in Abu Dhabi. The Josper Grill, a Friday evening and the golf course as your backdrop. The ideal way to ease into the weekend.